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THE BENT POD
by Christian Rex van Minnen
Conversations with painters- about technique, history and the strange and beautiful life of making pictures. Hosted by painter Christian Rex van Minnen. The Bent is a painters' club founded in Rome in 1620, banned in 1720 and revived 300 years later at thebent.club. Inside: live paint-along sessions in the Old Master's method, a ever-growing curriculum, vibrant community discussions and member profiles to share paintings and connect with one another. For painters and lovers of Old painting. The Bent meets weekly, the door is open. Get Bent
Episodes
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Ep. 5 - Leo Frontini: Let The Paint Be Paint
The conversation delves into the technical challenges artists face while creating, the exploration of subconscious influences in their work, and the complexities of conveying meaning in art. It highlights the balance between intuitive creation and the pressure to justify artistic choices within…
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Ep. 4 - Colleen Barry: Reclaiming Beauty
In this conversation, Christian and Colleen discuss the challenges and successes of content creation and the art world, reflecting on personal experiences and broader cultural shifts. They explore the balance between artistic expression and audience engagement, emphasizing the importance of...
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Ep. 3 - Ben Valentine: Bathtub Gin Artists
In this episode, Ben Valentine and I talk about learning old master's techniques on our own, and the value being a 'bathtub gin' artist. We discuss learning traditional techniques, the influence of the old masters, and the sacrifices that come with pursuing mastery. We also talk about humor and...
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Ep. 2 - Larry Madrigal: Pentimento
In this episode I sit down with one of my favorite painters and good friend Larry Madrigal. I can talk to Larry for hours, and we often do. This conversation covers topics related to digital space, art, authenticity, and humor. It delves into the impact of technology on art, the importance of…
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Ep. 1 - Sara Birns: Hold Onto This For Dear Life
The first conversation on The Bent Pod- and the origin story of the club itself. Sara Birns walked into Christian's Santa Cruz studio with a sketchbook and became the first apprentice to a project that would reintroduce the lost techniques of the old masters in a radical new way. Tech burnout,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Conversations with painters- about technique, history and the strange and beautiful life of making pictures. Hosted by painter Christian Rex van Minnen.
The Bent is a painters' club founded in Rome in 1620, banned in 1720 and revived 300 years later at thebent.club. Inside: live paint-along sessions in the Old Master's method, a ever-growing curriculum, vibrant community discussions and member profiles to share paintings and connect with one another. For painters and lovers of Old painting. The Bent meets weekly, the door is open.
Get Bent
HOSTED BY
Christian Rex van Minnen
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Conversations with painters- about technique, history and the strange and beautiful life of making pictures. Hosted by painter Christian Rex van Minnen. The Bent is a painters' club founded in Rome in 1620, banned in 1720 and revived 300 years later at thebent.club. Inside: live paint-along...
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THE BENT POD is created and hosted by Christian Rex van Minnen.
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